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Jo Ireland, BVMS, PhD, CertAVP(EM), FHEA, FRCVS

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Understanding Equine Aging and Life Expectancy
July 14, 2026
⎯ Jo Ireland, BVMS, PhD, CertAVP(EM), FHEA, FRCVS
As senior horses age, they experience both normal and unhealthy aging changes, as well as an increased risk of age-related diseases.
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